My "Disclaimer"

OK. I got this definition from Dictionary.com...

Disclaimer: a statement, document, or assertion that disclaims
responsibility, affiliation, etc.; disavowal; denial.


I like that "disclaiming responsibility" part.

I am "not responsible" for my nasty attitude or the effect it may have on you.

I told a friend yesterday that I was grouchy. I had to confess (just a few hours earlier) to my husband and the boy that I was in a "bad mood."

So, I decided I needed a "disclaimer." You know, like on the outside of McDonald's 800 degree cup of coffee...

Caution: May contain hot coffee. May cause 3rd degree burns if it spills on you.

Or on the package of potato chips that you just paid $4.00 for...

Contents may have "settled" during shipment. That's why you have 6 chips.

Anyway, I realized that it might be beneficial to those around me if I had a "disclaimer" on me. Like a little (or big) sign that reads:

BE WARNED! I am grouchy today.

or

Caution: Moods may shift unexpectedly.

or

Wearer of this sign may bite your head off without reason.

or

Keep Away! Needs alone time.

or

Contents have "settled" with time and age. Please do not stare.

I can think of lots of times I need to wear my disclaimer signs. There are also plenty of times I wish the people around me had one on, too.

I know... I should really just adjust my attitude. Be more grateful and appreciative. Look for the good in every situation. Have joy and peace.
Maybe I'll wear the sign until I get all that worked out.